The BBC has announced the upcoming premiere of "Celebrity Traitors UK," a celebrity edition of the popular reality series "The Traitors." Set to air on BBC One in autumn 2025, the show will be hosted by Claudia Winkleman and filmed at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands.
The series will feature 19 well-known personalities competing in a murder-mystery format. Confirmed participants include comedian Alan Carr, singer Paloma Faith, actor Stephen Fry, television presenter Clare Balding, and former Olympic diver Tom Daley. The contestants will start as "Faithfuls," with a few secretly selected as "Traitors" aiming to deceive the rest. Through various missions, they will build a prize fund of up to £120,000, with celebrities aiming to win up to £100,000 for charity.
Filming for the series began on 22 April 2025 and concluded the following month, consisting of nine episodes to air over three weeks. The show is expected to bring a fresh dynamic to the original format, with the addition of celebrity participants adding an extra layer of intrigue and excitement.
The announcement of "Celebrity Traitors UK" has generated significant buzz among fans of the original series and reality television enthusiasts alike. The blend of celebrity culture with the strategic gameplay of "The Traitors" is anticipated to captivate a wide audience. As the premiere date approaches, viewers are eager to see how these celebrities navigate the complex web of alliances and betrayals.
In related news, the BBC has also confirmed the return of "The Traitors" for a fourth series, alongside the new celebrity edition. This move underscores the network's commitment to delivering engaging and innovative content to its audience. Fans can look forward to more twists, turns, and suspenseful moments in the upcoming seasons.